Tavon Austin vs Donte Jackson

[2244]

2 minutes ago, SOJA said:

Tavon Austin is garbo

Former players have said that Garrett doesn't have a gameplan, he certainly isn't going to figure out how to use Tavon Austin properly now. 

According to Cowboys fans, Garrett has been stripped of play calling duties on offense and now has no input on defense. 

[jumpman910]

Tavon has only been good at screens and sweeps wish is why the cowboys wanted to try him at rb.

If SEAN MCVAY can't use you in the passing game no one can.

[Proudiddy]

Austin is trash and has almost zero in terms of recieving skill set...  the Cowboys will have to scheme him open with motion passes, screens, etc., so I'm confident in Jax's ability to shut that down.  I'm more worried about Bradberry.

[Squirrel]

I will bite. Tavon will probably be I. The slot position or in the backfield. I see Luke covering him more than Jackson. 

[GoobyPls]

Is Tavon their number 2? I thought it was Terrance Williams 

[ncfan]

18 minutes ago, Squirrel said:

I will bite. Tavon will probably be I. The slot position or in the backfield. I see Luke covering him more than Jackson. 

Or my guess, Captain in the nickle on him

[2244]

5 minutes ago, GoobyPls said:

Is Tavon their number 2? I thought it was Terrance Williams 

There is no true number one or two. Hurns, Gallup, and Beasely are expected to create mismatches in the slot, x, and y.

Austin is expected to be a change of pace back along with offering different looks in the passing game but not carrying the workload of the other three named. 

[mc52beast]

You guys need to remember that Jackson is playing in his first real NFL game, no more vanilla offenses. He’s going to struggle just like most rookies do

[Mr. Scot]

Keep in mind that Rivera follows the "left - right" corner scheme so the Cowboys can pretty much pick whatever matchup they like if they're smart enough.

[bababoey]

Austin had more rushing yards than receiving yards last year.  His most productive year in the NFL was 2016 when he had a grand total of 509 yards receiving.  His biggest asset is his return ability.  If Tavon Austin is a problem for this secondary, we are in for a very long and losing year.

[Raleigh PF]

How much zone are the Panthers going to play this year? I'm expecting a bit more than last, to be sure.

[Jimmy]

Usually early games favor the defense so theres that

[saints4lifeagain]

If Jackson is playing outside, I don't see him lining up against Austin too much. Austin has always been more of a slot/gadget player.

[Mr. Scot]

13 minutes ago, saints4lifeagain said:

Austin has always been more of a slot/gadget player.

That's probably the best way to use him.